What should a petition contain?

include a clear statement covering the subject of the petition and state what action the petitioners wish the Council to take

include the name, address and signature of any person supporting the petition and whether they live, work or study in the district of Hart area

be a topic that relates to the functions or services delivered by the Council, or other public services for which the Council has shared delivery responsibilities (i.e. waste collection services)

petitions should not disclose matters that are personal or confidential, abusive or otherwise inappropriate

the petition organiser should provide contact details, including an address. This is the person the Council will contact and will not be placed on the website.